Valkenburg, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis 138 m² apartment in Amsterdam's Valkenburg neighbourhood is a rare find. Built in 1862, it combines period character with an A energy label, a striking contrast in a street where many homes are older. At €1,300,000, it's the priciest of the three apartments currently for sale here, and 61% above the neighbourhood average asking price of €806,667. That reflects its size: 50% larger than the typical 92 m² in the area. For context, apartments in Amsterdam vary widely, but this one sits at the top end.
Valkenburg is a compact, urban pocket in the heart of Amsterdam, with a very high address density of 7,196 per km². Most households are single-person (545 out of 1,210 residents), and there are few children, just 85 under 15. The housing stock is entirely flats, with 41% owner-occupied. Three-quarters of homes have an A energy label, well above the national norm. There are no resident reviews available for this area, so the picture comes from CBS data: a mix of ages, with a notable share of over-65s (295). The Valkenburg neighbourhood is lively and central, with a park just 0.3 km away and plenty of restaurants within a short walk.
Daily errands are easy: the nearest Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and a SPAR is a couple of streets away. For organic shopping, Ekoplaza is 374 m. Primary schools are close: De Witte Olifant is a five-minute walk, and Dr. E. Boekmanschool is about ten minutes away. The area is well served by public transport, with the train station 1.7 km away, a 20-minute walk. The municipality of Amsterdam offers extensive amenities, from libraries to cultural venues, all within easy reach.
At the time of writing, the home is listed exclusively via DSTRCT Amsterdam.
Details of this home
Rapenburgerstraat 103F, Amsterdam
Data from Valkenburg
Data from Valkenburg
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About Rapenburgerstraat 103F, Amsterdam
The asking price is 61% above the neighbourhood average of €806,667, but this apartment is also 50% larger than the typical 92 m² home in Valkenburg. It's the most expensive of the three apartments currently for sale in the area. Given its size, central location, and A energy label, the price reflects a premium for a spacious, well-performing home in a sought-after part of Amsterdam.
An A label means the home is very energy-efficient, so heating and electricity bills are likely to be lower than in older, less efficient properties. In Valkenburg, 75% of homes have an A label, so this is in line with the neighbourhood standard. You can expect good insulation and modern systems, though exact costs depend on usage.
Valkenburg is a dense, urban area with a high concentration of singles and older residents. It's very walkable: supermarkets, restaurants, and a park are all within a few hundred metres. The area has few children, so it's quieter in that sense, but the central location means plenty of activity. Public transport is good, with a train station 1.7 km away.
At 138 m², this apartment is 50% larger than the neighbourhood average of 92 m². It's also the largest of the three apartments currently for sale in Valkenburg. The extra space is a key differentiator, especially in a city where larger homes are scarce.
Several primary schools are within walking distance: De Witte Olifant (273 m), Dr. E. Boekmanschool (560 m), and St. Antoniusschool (598 m). Secondary schools are further away, at 1.7 km. The area is well served for younger children, with a child daycare centre 0.5 km away.
The nearest supermarket is Albert Heijn at 239 m, just a couple of minutes' walk. There's also a SPAR at 298 m and an Ekoplaza at 374 m, so you have several options for daily groceries within a five-minute walk.
Rapenburgerstraat is in a central part of Amsterdam, so it's likely to have some city noise. However, the neighbourhood has a park 0.3 km away for green space. The apartment's age (1862) means it may have thick walls, but you'd need to experience the street to judge the noise level.
The train station is 1.7 km away, about a 20-minute walk. Given the central location, most of the city is easily accessible by bike or on foot.
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